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Exam: SAT (English)

abscissa

IPA: /æbˈsɪsə/

KK: /æbˈsɪsə/

noun

Definition: A number that shows the position of a point on a horizontal line in a graph, measured from the vertical line (y-axis).

Example: In the Cartesian plane, the abscissa of the point (3, 4) is 3.

absolutely

IPA: /ˈæb.sə.luːt.li/

KK: /ˈæb.sə.lut.li/

adverb

Definition: Completely and without any doubt; used to emphasize a statement or opinion.

Example: I absolutely agree with your point of view.

academia

IPA: /ˌækəˈdiːmə/

KK: /ˌækəˈdiːmə/

noun

Definition: This term refers to the world of education and scholarship, particularly in colleges and universities, where teaching and research take place.

Example: Many researchers contribute to the field of academia through their published studies.

academically

IPA: /ˌæk.əˈdɛm.ɪ.kli/

KK: /ˌæk.əˈdɛm.ɪ.kli/

adverb

Definition: In a manner that is related to education, learning, or scholarly activities.

Example: She performed academically well in her studies, earning top grades in all her subjects.

academy

IPA: /əˈkædəmi/

KK: /əˈkædəmi/

noun

Definition: A place where people go to learn, often focused on a specific subject or skill. It can refer to a school, especially one that prepares students for college, or a group of experts in a particular field.

Example: She attended a prestigious academy for the arts.

access

IPA: /ˈæksɛs/

KK: /ˈæksɛs/

noun

Definition: The ability or opportunity to get to a place, use something, or communicate with someone. It can also refer to the right to enter or use something, like a building or information.

Example: She has access to the restricted area of the building.

transitive verb

Definition: To get into or make use of something, especially information or a place, often through a computer or the internet.

Example: She used a browser to access her bank account online.

acclaim

IPA: /əˈkleɪm/

KK: /əˈkleɪm/

intransitive verb

Definition: To shout or express strong approval and praise for someone or something.

Example: The audience began to acclaim the performers after the stunning finale.

noun

Definition: Praise or approval that is given to someone or something, often in a public way.

Example: The author received widespread acclaim for her latest novel.

transitive verb

Definition: To publicly express strong approval or praise for someone or something.

Example: The critics acclaimed the new film as a masterpiece.

acclamation

IPA: /əˌklæməˈʃɛn/

KK: /əˌklæməˈʃən/

noun

Definition: A loud and enthusiastic expression of approval or praise, often shown through cheers or applause. It can also refer to a way of voting where people show their support without using a formal ballot.

Example: The proposal was accepted by acclamation, with everyone cheering in agreement.

accomplish

IPA: /əˈkɒmplɪʃ/

KK: /əˈkɑmplɪʃ/

transitive verb

Definition: To successfully complete something or achieve a goal.

Example: She worked hard to accomplish her goals this year.

accomplisher

IPA: /əˈkɒmplɪʃə/

KK: /əˈkɑmplɪʃər/

noun

Definition: A person who successfully completes a task or achieves a goal.

Example: She is an accomplisher of many great projects in her career.

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